The vessel is intended for Naval and Patrol duties in unrestricted waters and is designed for operation under tropical condition. The vessel can be fitted with basic armament for services as Patrol gun boat. The hull form is based on experience on well proven design of similar type and confirmed by extensive model tests.

The vessel is a fast patrol vessel with twin screw propulsion and can be fitted with basic armaments that can perform the following duties:-

Operations such as surveillance and patrolling.

Surveying the movements of merchant ships and warships close to national territories.

Participating in anti-guerrilla action, protections against illegal immigrants and smuggling.

Surveying and protection of fishing areas in territorial waters and oil prospection areas.